[Article] Achievements and Vitality of K-Contemporary History (Searching for K-Discourse 2) / Hong Seuk-ryule
The Quarterly Changbi 204, Summer 2024
Abstract
In “Articles” we present the second article in the series “Searching for K-Discourse.” Professor of History Hong Seuk-ryule at Sungshin Women’s University newly illuminates the achievements of contemporary Korean history, which have been poached by the conservative New Right’s view of history, or the dichotomous discourse opposing industrialization and democratization. He pays particular attention to the dynamic quality of adaptation and challenge contained in major phases of modern Korean history, from land reform and rapid growth, to education, inequality, and peace.